Hillstreet Neighbourhood Guide
Roscommon
About Hillstreet
Hillstreet is a small, rural locality in north County Roscommon, close to the Shannon-side communities of Carrick-on-Shannon and Drumsna. It has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and village-scale services rather than a built-up centre of its own. Day-to-day shopping, banking, healthcare and a wider choice of cafés, pubs and restaurants are generally found in nearby Carrick-on-Shannon, while smaller local services are available in surrounding villages. Families use primary schools in the surrounding parish and travel towards Carrick-on-Shannon, Elphin or other nearby towns for broader secondary and further-education options. Road travel is the main means of getting around, with the N4 providing the principal regional connection and Carrick-on-Shannon offering the nearest rail station. The area suits people seeking space and a rural setting while remaining within practical reach of town amenities and commuting routes towards Sligo, Longford and Dublin. Local leisure is centred on walking, the River Shannon and Lough Key area, GAA and community activities, with Carrick-on-Shannon providing the strongest concentration of organised recreation and hospitality. Hillstreet is also near several historic and scenic attractions, including Kilmore Cathedral and the wider forests, lakes and waterways of north Roscommon and south Leitrim.
Property Market in Hillstreet
Based on 8 properties for sale in Hillstreet
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Hillstreet
Schools
A local primary school serving children from Carrick-on-Shannon and surrounding rural communities.
A nearby primary-school option serving families in the wider Shannon and north Roscommon area.
The principal post-primary school in Carrick-on-Shannon, serving a broad surrounding catchment.
A post-primary school option in nearby Elphin, serving north Roscommon communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗The key regional route linking Carrick-on-Shannon with Sligo, Longford and Dublin.
The nearest rail station, providing Dublin-Sligo services on the western rail corridor.
Local and regional buses connect Carrick-on-Shannon with neighbouring towns and villages.
A useful regional route connecting communities around Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim and north Roscommon.
Amenities
The nearest main retail area, with supermarkets, independent shops, services and everyday essentials.
A prominent arts centre and gallery hosting exhibitions, performances, workshops and community events.
A modern local cinema offering mainstream film screenings close to the town centre.
A well-known restaurant and gastropub serving contemporary food in a riverside town setting.
A long-established Carrick-on-Shannon venue with bar, accommodation and food services.
A major nearby outdoor attraction offering woodland walks, activities, views and family recreation.
A public library providing books, study facilities, digital access and community programmes.
Local Clubs & Businesses
A local Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community sporting activities.
A community rugby club offering youth and adult teams and regular training.
A nearby golf club providing an established course and clubhouse facilities.
A watersports club making use of the River Shannon for rowing activities.
A local centre providing indoor exercise, sports and community facilities for residents.
Properties For Sale near Hillstreet
Nearby Areas
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